Studio Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (77 Rentals)

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Hillcrest, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $2,408 | $1,050 | $3,865 |
Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,908 | $1,698 | $4,315 |
Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,667 | $2,295 | $10,000+ |
Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,900 | $3,850 | $3,950 |
Hillcrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,135 | $7,080 | $7,190 |
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There are currently 77 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Largest Available Hillcrest Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Hillcrest area of San Diego, CA is found at Structure and is listed at 1,123 square feet priced from $3,595. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Structure | 0BR/1.0BA | 1,123 Sq Ft | $3,595 |
Strauss on Fifth | 0BR/1.0BA | 554 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
Denizen | S1 | 526 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
Winslow | S4 | 522 Sq Ft | $2,219 |
The Nash | A5 | 428 Sq Ft | $2,370 |
Park View Hillcrest | studio | 400 Sq Ft | $2,095 |
The Park | 0x1A | 390 Sq Ft | $2,295 |
The Marquis at Hillcrest | The University | 330 Sq Ft | $1,600 |
Studios on 6th | 3560 studios | 300 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
3942 8th Ave | Studio | 130 Sq Ft | $1,050 |
Cheapest Available Hillcrest Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Hillcrest of San Diego, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,050 at 3942 8th Ave. The average price for all Studio apartments in Hillcrest is currently $2,408. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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3942 8th Ave | Studio | $1,050 |
The Marquis at Hillcrest | The University | $1,600 |
Studios on 6th | 3560 studios | $1,695 |
Park View Hillcrest | studio | $2,025 |
The Park | 0x1A | $2,295 |
Winslow | S4 | $2,344 |
The Nash | A5 | $2,370 |
Strauss on Fifth | 0BR/1.0BA | $2,595 |
Structure | 0BR/1.0BA | $3,595 |
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Getting Around the Hillcrest Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Hillcrest Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Hillcrest with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Hillcrest is at 3942 8th Ave listed at $1,050.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Hillcrest Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Hillcrest is $2,408.
What is the largest available Studio Hillcrest Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Hillcrest is a 1,123 square feet unit starting from $3,595 at Structure.
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